AutoSolo 16' x 7/8" Tape Measure with Slide Lock & Finger Brake

AutoSolo 16' x 7/8" Tape Measure with Slide Lock & Finger Brake

This one is only the 16-foot tape measure, but it is really tough and heavy-duty. Lock works good. I go through a lot of tape measures because almost anything makes them go bad, a small bend in the tape, locks stop working, one drop and they just die. But this one can take a beating and keep on going. Mind you, it is for small jobs as it is only 16'. Perfect for my wood shop. This is not the cheapo you get at the local hardware store. At the store this one is the $30 one with a fancy brand name. Get this one and save your dough.

This AutoSolo 16Ft x 7/8In Tape Measure is my first “wide” tape measure at 7/8In and it my first with a finger brake and I like both of these features. This tape measure works very well in all aspects. The numbers and markings are really clear. I like the 16In spacings and the Foot-Inch markings. Every centimeter is marked and every 10 centimeter is highlighted in red. The only issue I have with it is that it is supposed to have a 10Ft reach but I only got 9Ft.Here is the review ranking basis that I have adopted:⭐️1 star - I don't recommend it at all, poor quality.⭐️⭐️ 2 stars - I don't recommend it, it has multiple faults.⭐️⭐️⭐️ 3 stars - It's passable, It has some faults but the quality is ok for what it is.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 4 stars - Product quite acceptable, it does what it promises.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 stars - Product that I totally recommend.

I have slightly mixed feelings on this but they are heavily weighed toward positive.I played around with this for about an hour after receiving it to get a feel for how it worked, how well it would hold up, and general impressions.it's super easy to use, very basic tape measurer.The materials it's made from are pretty cheap feeling which is strange because of the next point.It feels pretty durable? Like the parts don't feel amazing but they do feel well put together and it holds well when locked in place. It's got the weight you want in one of these and, while I wouldn't recommend it, I do think it could hold up to a low/medium drop "reasonably" fine ( would not trust it with a high drop).So, at 10 dollars, I'm going to say ya I think this is a pretty good piece. It's not the best of these I've used at all but it's far better than the cheap garbage I've also used, it's a good "Mid priced" tape measurer and I'd recommend it if you don't want to go all out but do want something decent.

When you start using it, first thing you might notice is that the locking slider requires a lot of force to lock into place and it sometimes will get stuck. The bolts that lock the ending plate of the tape measure also gives a little too much wiggle room for my liking so measurements could be off by a few mm. It's pretty decent otherwise but I wouldn't use it for something where the measurements need to be absolutely perfect.

Review Date: 04/03/2025Price when Ordered: $9.95*I ordered this product through the Amazon VINE program, so I did not pay, but I still take the price into consideration on my reviews.Overall Impression: I ordered this tape measure because I like to have one in a drawer in random rooms around the house so that when I need a tape measure (as you do), one is nearby. This one, for the price, is really good. It has a good solid weight to it. The tape comes out smoothly, and pulls back in with a clean SNAP (that can get you if you aren't careful). It has a "break" on the bottom so you can stop it from coming in while you measure something, and it also has a full stop/clamp on the top for your thumb if you want to stop it all together. Inches, Centimeters and Millimeters are. This is a good quality measuring tape. Definitely recommend.To keep my reviews consistent, this is my Review Scale:5 Stars - Good product, something about it is better than I expected, would recommend.4 Stars - Good Product, with quality that I would expect. I would recommend.3 Stars - Decent Product, but there is something I don't like.2 Stars - Ok, but do not recommend.1 Star- Do Not Buy

This AutoSolo tape measure feels quite solid in the hand; the outer case is made of a tough-feeling plastic that seems like it could withstand some bumps and drops. It's a standard 16-foot length tape, and the blade itself is 7/8 inches wide. The tape pulls out smoothly from the case and retracts without any hitches or sticking. Markings on the blade are very clear and easy to read, showing both inches and centimeters, which is convenient. It has the standard sliding lock button on top that you push forward with your thumb to hold the tape securely extended. A particularly nice feature on this one is the finger brake button located underneath – you can press and hold this button to slow down the tape retraction or stop it temporarily without engaging the main lock, which gives you really good control when you're trying to get a precise measurement or retract the tape slowly. Although it might be sold as a specific replacement tape for certain tools, it functions perfectly well as a general-purpose tape measure. Seems like a durable, easy-to-read tape, and that finger brake is a genuinely useful addition.

No complaints with this well designed tape measure. It slips on to pants well with the included clip, which is ideal when we're working around the house. The locking feature works fabulously well and the tape is sturdy enough to stay in place (even with little kids swinging it around). It's hefty and a little heavy so it would probably be good for bigger projects beyond what we're trying to get done around the house. It's easy enough for my kids to operate which is a big plus, and fairly easy to read. Would definitely buy again.